We are a dynamic multi-stakeholder initiative, dedicated to connecting UK companies to the United Nations Global Compact, the world’s largest responsible business initiative. The Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact, rooted in UN treaties, provide a robust foundation and comprehensive framework for corporate sustainability and business action on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Our mission is to champion sustainability leadership to create a world we want to live and do business in, by inspiring ambition, enabling impactful action, and collaborating to reshape the business environment for the better.
The UN Global Compact Network UK has over 900 participating companies, with a team of 26 people.
Our work is guided by the core values of the UN – Integrity, Respect for Diversity, and Professionalism – alongside nine additional values and behaviours of the UN Global Compact which can be found here. During a recent review, the team described our workplace as friendly, inclusive, supportive, passionate, and hard‑working.
About the role
We are seeking 2 Project Managers to join our dynamic team.
The Project Manager is responsible for the successful delivery of projects, events and initiatives that support the organisation’s strategic objectives and participant value proposition.
Working across multiple sustainability themes and projects, the Project Manager will lead the planning, coordination, and implementation of activities from inception to evaluation. They will collaborate closely with Topic Leads, external stakeholders and internal teams to ensure programmes are delivered efficiently, achieve their intended outcomes and provide a high‑quality participant experience.
The role requires strong project management, stakeholder engagement and organisational skills, alongside the ability to work flexibly across a diverse portfolio of sustainability topics and initiatives.
Qualifications
- Demonstrable knowledge and experience in corporate sustainability, or other aspects of our cause.
- Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to adapt tone and language to suit different audiences and contexts.
- Sound judgement and attention to detail in all aspects of delivery.
- Proficient in research and analysis, with the ability to evaluate information critically and draw meaningful conclusions.
- Initiative and proactive problem‑solving, with the capacity to work independently.
- A collaborative and inclusive working style, with the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues, members, and external stakeholders.
- Confidence in presenting, facilitating, and moderating sessions.
Onboarding
To help you settle quickly, we will provide a thorough and comprehensive onboarding. Through meetings with key colleagues and online training, we will help you become familiar with our way of working and our value proposition.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management
- Support and coordinate the end‑to‑end delivery of assigned projects, programmes, and initiatives.
- Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, budgets, risk registers, and delivery schedules ensuring activities are delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard.
- Monitor programme performance and outcomes, track engagement data, gather stakeholder feedback, and contribute to reporting and continuous improvement activities to support programme effectiveness and organisational learning.
- Support the planning and delivery of events, workshops, and convenings, coordinating logistics, venues, suppliers, and participant communications to ensure activities run smoothly and to a high standard.
Research
- Support Topic Leads in gathering and synthesising background research to inform programme design and development.
- Contribute to the production of briefings, reports, and other thought leadership outputs as required.
- Stay informed of relevant developments in sustainability, business practice, and policy to ensure project activities remain current and responsive.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Serve as the primary operational contact for programme participants, speakers, partners, sponsors, and external stakeholders.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with members and key stakeholders.
- Facilitate effective communication between internal and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Support the recruitment, engagement, and retention of programme participants.
- Ensure stakeholders receive a high‑quality and professional experience across all programme activities.
- Liaise with Global Compact Office (GCO) and other Country Networks participating in or collaborating on initiatives.
- Work closely with Topic Leads and Impact Manager to translate strategic priorities and subject matter expertise into high‑quality programme delivery.
- Support the implementation of programme content, resources and activities developed by Topic Leads and external experts.
- Collect and share delivery insights and participant feedback to support programme development.
- Support other team members where and when needed. Contribute to the continuous improvement of team practices by sharing constructive feedback.
What we offer
- Hybrid working – After onboarding, a minimum of two days in the office per week, working from home up to 3 days per week.
- Flexible working, once discussed with your line manager. Our core/active hours are 10 am to 4 pm.
- Compressed hours of 9‑day fortnights in Summer.
- Employee Assistance Programme for you and your immediate family.
- 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service.
- Three additional days off between Christmas and New Year, offered at the organisation’s discretion.
- Menstruation and menopause leave.
- Three additional days off for mission‑related volunteering or sustainable travel.
- Enhanced pension scheme after probation.
- Enhanced sick leave.
- Season ticket loan.
- Cycle to Work Scheme and Bike‑sharing Cycle Scheme.
This is a full‑time position (37.5 hours per week). The salary offered is £34,000-£42,000 per annum depending on experience.
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